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renowned
[/rɪˈnaʊnd/]
adjective
renomado
1.
famous and respected, particularly in a specific field or area
The renowned scientist made a groundbreaking discovery.
O cientista renomado fez uma descoberta revolucionária.
2.
widely known and acclaimed
This restaurant is renowned for its Italian cuisine.
Este restaurante é renomado por sua culinária italiana.
Synonyms
famous
celebrated
distinguished
acclaimed
eminent
prestigious
illustrious
Antonyms
unknown
obscure
anonymous
undistinguished
little-known
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
renomado
most common usage in Brazil
Brazil (informal)
famoso
more colloquial alternative
Portugal
renomado
standard usage in European Portuguese
Portugal (formal)
ilustre
more formal and literary alternative
Related Idioms & Phrases
renowned for something - famoso/renomado por algo
gain renown - ganhar fama/renome
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